Hello Meshugeneh Peter,
I believe you may be falling prey to the Fabulous Femme Fatales, that many T-REXs have been plagued with
Virginia Mayo. Virginia Mayo is well-remembered for portrayals of Ladies and Princesses and other patrician, goody-two-shoes, blueblood types in comedies and song-and-dance movies. But when she went bad, she went all the way. In Raoul Walsh's White Heat she was sleeping around, shooting mother-in-laws in the back, ready to rat out anybody or everybody, whatever would serve her purposes. ("You cheap copper.") Further proof that while bad girls may go everywhere, there is nothing quite like a good girl gone bad.
Many of which has been the downfall of many a good T-REX operatives
Some of the forties femme fatales became unforgettable parts of pop culture: Rita Hayworth flipping her hair in Gilda, Betty Grable's "legs", Veronica Lake's hairdo. Other forties fatales built well-remembered careers across film genres: Barbara Stanwyck, Rhonda Fleming, Gene Tierney, Ida Lupino. (Dorothy Malone, Marie Windsor and Maxine Cooper are defined as 1950s fatales.) But beyond these are some mostly forgotten screen-melting babes who first helped change the face of women in film, and society for that matter. Here we remember ten of them that if nothing else deserve to be remembered. More Femme Fatale shots can be seen at Classic Film Star Photos.
Carole Landis. No doubt about the first name on this list. In the noir classic, I Wake Up Screaming, Landis "plain" sister is played by... Betty Grable! Imagine outshining "the woman who won World War II". But Landis did it via a combination of personality and a face and body that would cost a fortune to buy today. In addition to Grable, Landis steals Screaming from a cast that includes Victor Mature, creepy Laird Cregar ("He couldn't kill mice.") and Elisha Cook, Jr.
Besides Screaming and One Million B.C., Landis' tendency to overwhelm co-stars explains why she never got the plum starring roles more demure bombshells like Hayworth and Fleming got. She is also said to have had pronounced feminist views, dating back to high school when she organized a girls football team that was banned by the principal on the grounds it was "unladylike."
If the comedy/mystery Having a Wonderful Crime would have been a better movie ("Sometimes she doesn't make sense, but that's only when she's talking"), Landis' eye-popping swimsuit scene probably would be one of the most memorable shots of the decade.
Fair notice has been given to you my friend. So while their charms are hard to resist. You must remain strong. If they become too much to handle alone be sure toto send out a SOS.
Here are some insider tips cloaked as "How To" info
Femme fatale literally means "fatal woman" in French. According to the movie Mildred Pierce, it can be defined a
s "the kind of woman men want...but shouldn't have!". Ever seen females who are seductive and alluring, yet clever, a bit evil, and mysterious? Like Poison Ivy or Cat woman? Allure, mystery, and classy, dark glamour embody the femme fatale. You can become one too!
Steps
- Speak in a low voice. Not creepy low, just attractive low. Practice some vocal exercises for a few weeks and it will become habit. Listen to Scarlett Johanssen speak for an example of this kind of voice.
- Wear dark, sexy, retro clothes. Not too gothic-looking, though. Think Eva Green, Angelina Jolie in the mid-90's. Subtle, well-cut clothing that draws attention to you, but in a tasteful way. Stick to colors like black, maroon, and emerald green. Look for silk cocktail dresses, dark-wash, high-waisted jeans, expensive-looking, dramatic jewelry, and fishnet tights.
- Hang out in mysterious places. Not sketchy or scary. Just unusual. Remember that when in interesting places, one meets interesting people. Try out an obscure, artsy coffee shop, clandestine night club, or unique antique shop.
- Be "one of the guys". This means means holding your own with the guys in their poker/pool/video games and occasionally winning. You'll earn respect and allure as a result. But don't lose your feminine side trying to hang out with men.
- Be mysterious. Don't let everybody know what you are feeling or what's going on. The very mystery proves to be the allure of the femme fatale.
- Find something unique to your femme fatale and work it. Some unusual interest, skill, accessory: anything!. Individuality contributes to that mystical allure.
- Wear a signature scent. I'm not talking wimpy little fruit-foodie sprays here. Something oriental or woody like Shalimar, Allure, Opium, or Poison. It will set you apart;every time somebody smells it they will remember you and your aura. Better yet, go to the Body Shop and make your own blend. Sandalwood is a good start. Add something feminine, though, to balance it out. The last thing a femme fatale wants is to smell like a man.
- Wear your hair in an extreme side part with Veronica Lake-esque waves. Wearing it in a dramatically short style is also a good choice. Stick to true, bold hair colors, like bright auburn, dark brown, or platinum blonde.
- Wear pale foundation, 'cat's eye' eyeliner, and red or maroon lipstick. Avoid glitter and 'teenager' makeup at all costs.
- Watch old movies. Mildred Pierce is a great starter. As far as music goes, Fiona Apple in "Criminal" is a good example. Let them inspire you. But don't let them take over--a femme fatale is individual.
- Make guys wonder.
- # Being well-educated is something that will set you apart from the flock. Being beautiful with brains adds sex appeal.
Now my friend get on with your mission and ENJOY It! 
Your friend,
The Redneck Rebel Prince of Reasons